Wednesday, September 7, 2011 -- B Day

Objective: 

Students will review parts and functions of eukaryotic cells in order to draw comparisons between prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms.

Warm Up:

1.  Describe at least 2 common characteristics of chloroplasts and mitochondria.
2.  Explain the characteristics of mitochondria and chloroplasts that place them in a separate category from organelles in the endomembrane system.

Classwork:

Chapter 6 Notes - Pt. 3 - 6
Root Word Quiz #1
Bio Flix Animal/Plant Cell Videos
BioFlix Study Sheet for Tour Of An Animal Cell/Plant Cell

Homework:

Comparing Cell Parts Handout (due Friday)

Endosymbiotic Theory Essay
Describe the "endosymbiotic theory". Also identify who initially identified and described it.

• Free Response Question 2006 -- #1 (See below)